Plunge Information

General Info Parking Awards Incentives FAQ's
Team Building Tips

Polar Plunge Weekend kickoffs with the inaugural Crab Feed on Friday, February 8th, then the 3rd annual Polar Plunge on Saturday, February 9th. All proceeds benefit Special Olympics Southern California athletes.

General Info
Be invigorated as never before! Take the Polar Plunge into the Pacific to benefit Special Olympics Southern California athletes. On February 9th, brave men, women and children will take "the Plunge" to raise money, win rewards and have a good time!

The Polar Plunge is an event where all participants race into and then frolic in the ocean, at the Seal Beach Pier. Plungers set their own personal goals of how deep to go and how long they want to stay in the water (within the limits established by the lifeguards.) Some Plungers only get their ankles wet; others stay in until the lifeguards make them leave the water.

** Going completely underwater is discouraged since it makes it harder for the lifeguards to determine individuals in distress.**

This is the annual Polar Plunge to Benefit Special Olympics Southern California and we hope to raise $100,000! ALL PROCEEDS will benefit the athletes of the SOSC. By taking the Plunge you will be helping Special Olympics Southern California reach out and provide year round training and sports programs for children and adults with intellectual disabilities.

Download Polar Plunge Registration Form
Download Polar Plunge Poster

Contact Sergeant Steve Bowles, at 714-588-5975.

Parking:
There is parking underneath the pier.

Awards:
Awards will be given in the following categories:
*Individual raising the most money *Team raising the most money *Team with the most Plungers *Best Costume*

Incentives
What you get...

FAQ's
Below are our most frequently asked questions regarding the Polar Plunge. If your question is not shown below, please feel free to complete the Request For Further Info Form and someone will get back to you promptly.

Who can Plunge?
Anyone can Plunge- young and old. **All participants must sign a waiver**
How do I go about registering for the Polar Plunge?
Download and mail the registration form or Register Online.
What's the minimum donation required?
$50 in donations provides you with the opportunity to Plunge with hundreds of other participants, plus you get a T-SHIRT. **See Incentives**
When is the Plunge?
The Plunge is Saturday, February 9, 2008. Registration and coffee begin at 7:00 AM with the actual Plunge happening at 10:00 AM.
Where will the Plunge be held?
Seal Beach Pier- 820 Ocean Ave., Seal Beach, CA 90740.
What IS the actual Plunge?
Plunge participants take a quick dip in to the Pacific to raise funds for Special Olympics Southern California. Plungers set their own personal goals of how deep to go and how long they stay in (within the limits established by the lifeguards.) Some Plungers only get their ankles wet; others stay in until the lifeguards make them leave the water. Going completely underwater is discouraged since it makes it harder for the lifeguards to determine individuals in distress.
How does the Plunge occur?
Just prior to the Plunge, all the wacky, crazy, and really excited Plungers enter the "Plunger's only" area, a fenced off area on the beach. A safety briefing by our beach lifeguards will remind you how to Plunge safely. Once the briefing is over, a "signal from above" will give Plungers the sign that it is time to take off!! How deep you go and how long you stay in is up to you, however, the lifeguards will eventually escort the remaining Plungers out of the water.
We want to sign up as a team. How do we do that?
We love teams! Sign up your team and start fundraising today.
What if I'm cold or get cold easily? What else do you need for 55 degree water?
We will have coffee, but you are responsible for bringing a towel and appropriate clothing.
I'm bringing my family and friends to watch me Plunge. Where can I park?
There is free on-street parking in front of the park. If you're not plunging, just come out and watch all the frigid fun!
I can't collect all my pledges before the Plunge, what do I do?
We can only register you for the amount of donations you bring with you to the Plunge. Separate checks are OK and should be made payable to Special Olympics Southern California. If you get donations in after the Plunge, you can mail them to Special Olympics Southern California – Polar Plunge, 6730 East Carson Ave. Long Beach, CA 90808.
Some veteran plunger tips:
Wear something on your feet. The sand is incredibly cold.
Find a good Plunge buddy and stay with them the entire time.
Bring a sweat suit to throw on right after you've completed your Plunge.
Wait until after you Plunge to indulge in adult beverages!